Demonic

About This Movie

Demonic (2018) takes a deep dive into the bizarre world of the satanic panic of the '80s. Pia Borg’s documentary unfolds with a hypnotic rhythm, piecing together fragmented narratives that reveal how media frenzy and therapeutic practices intertwined. The atmosphere is thick with a sense of eerie nostalgia, capturing the paranoia that gripped society. Borg's use of archival footage mixed with contemporary interviews creates an unsettling juxtaposition, pulling the viewer into a time when fear and hysteria dominated the conversation. While some performances feel a bit stilted, the real draw here is the way the film meticulously unpacks the themes of belief and manipulation, making it a compelling piece for anyone interested in the darker corners of history.

Explores media's role in societal fearsInteresting mix of archival and contemporary footageThematic depth around belief and manipulation